A marine life amusement park has 6 killer whales. Each whale consumes about 225 kilograms of fish and other see life per day. Based on this information, which would be the most reasonable
estimate of the amount of “whale food” that should be ordered every 3 weeks to feed all 6 whales?
A 10,000 kg
B 20,000 kg
C 30,000 kg
D 40,000 kg
To find the most reasonable estimate of the amount of "whale food" that should be ordered every 3 weeks for 6 killer whales, we can calculate the total amount of food consumed by the whales in 3 weeks.
First, we need to find the amount of food consumed by each whale in 3 weeks. Since each whale consumes 225 kilograms of fish and sea life per day, the total amount consumed by each whale in 3 weeks can be calculated as follows:
225 kg/day * 7 days/week * 3 weeks = 4,725 kg
Now, to find the total amount of food consumed by all 6 whales in 3 weeks, we multiply the amount consumed by each whale by the number of whales:
4,725 kg/whale * 6 whales = 28,350 kg
Therefore, the most reasonable estimate of the amount of "whale food" that should be ordered every 3 weeks to feed all 6 whales would be approximately 28,350 kilograms.
Among the given options, the closest estimate is B) 20,000 kg. However, this would not be sufficient to feed all 6 whales for 3 weeks. Therefore, a more reasonable estimate would be higher than 20,000 kg. Option C) 30,000 kg would be a more appropriate estimate to ensure enough food is available for all the whales.
I'll be glad to check your answer.
I think its c. But i'm not sure how to figure out how to get it.
6 * 225 * 21 = 28350
C is right.